Welcome to the online home of Cheshire Dance Centre, one of Connecticut's premiere schools of dancing instruction. Under the artistic direction of Betty Seibert, we offer professional training in classical ballet, modern, tap, hip-hop and more, for all ages and levels of experience. Join us to discover where fun meets artistry and imagination becomes learning.
Season's Greetings!
posted by Greg Bomke on 12/25/2011 02:50 PM
Wishing you a very sparkling holiday season...please enjoy this year's studio holiday card, featuring video footage from our 2011 Recital!
Tickets for The Nutcracker Still Available!
posted by Betty Seibert on 12/06/2011 05:27 PM
Tickets are still available for The Nutcracker this Saturday, December 10 at 7:00 PM and Sunday, December 11 at 2:00 PM. We are pleased to announce that we will now be taking reservations over the phone! Tickets may also be purchased by coming to Cheshire Dance Centre or at the door. The box office opens 1 hour prior to performences. Student rush tickets are available one half hour prior to performances with a valid student i.d. Space is limited so be sure to get your tickets soon! Come step into the dream and experience the magic of The Nutcracker!
Cecchetti Day!
posted by Betty Seibert on 09/14/2011 05:44 PM
CDC is proud to host the Cecchetti Day for Students again this year. The workshop will be held Sunday, October 9 and will feature guest teachers from Cecchetti USA. Following the success of last year's workshop we are happy to be the hosts once more, and to offer this wonderful experience to our dancers.
Classes begin at 9:30 AM and parents are invited to come at 3:45 PM to enjoy a culminating presentation by the students. Prepared lunches are available for purchase at CDC with advance reservation. Ballet Scholars and Cecchetti USA members receive a 10% discount! We are very excited to announce that a $200 tuition scholarship to the 2012 CUSA International Summer School will be awarded to a Ballet Scholar in attendance based on enthusiasm, motivation and work ethic! Click here for schedule of classes.
Krista Kasperson Returns from England
posted by Kathy Ardesia on 09/12/2011 06:53 PM
Krista Kasperson returned from Manchester, England after competing in the fourth Cecchetti International Classical Ballet Competition. We asked Krista to share some of her thoughts about her experience, and here is what she had to say.
"I never imagined that participating in the 2011 Cecchetti International Competition in Manchester, England would be such a learning experience in so many ways. I learned a lot about what it takes to be a pre-professional ballet dancer. I learned how truly talented some people are and mostly, I learned that there is always more you can push yourself to do, especially with a team of people supporting you.
"Seeing dancers from all over the world was definitely inspiring. It was a whole other world where everyone was constantly focused on doing their very best at every second. Some dancers had the gift of being super talented, which was amazing to watch. The strict regime of every day classes from very unique teachers followed by rehearsals really got me stronger physically. Pushing myself was at times frustrating, especially while trying to learn new material quickly and being judged in the process. Watching the finals gave me a real appreciation for the quality of teaching each Cecchetti student has received to get to this point. Everyone was amazing!
While in England, I never felt alone. I knew I was in good hands with Ms. Seibert as my coach. I really appreciated Ms. O’Toole giving me little notes of support from fellow dancers at Cheshire Dance Centre, and wearing a performance dress that was specially hand made for me by Ms. Donna Mark made me feel very special and blessed. Coming back only makes me more determined to try to achieve more!"
Following Farrah...to the Ballet!
posted by Jamie Dingus on 08/23/2011 08:20 PM
Our very own Krista Kasperson recently was selected to compete in the CICB international ballet competition in Manchester, England. Krista was one of only 8 dancers chosen in the United States and the only dancer chosen from the east coast.
Local journalist Farrah Duffany, of the Record-Journal, featured Krista in her popular Following Farrah e-column. Krista and her coach, CDC Artistic Director Betty Seibert, were both interviewed.
Click here to read the full story on Krista!